false 3001653 4 <p> <i>A straightforward guide to welcoming a new dog home.</i> </p><p> This book establishes a solid timeline for all the key decisions a new dog owner must make, whether adopting a puppy, an adult dog or a rescued dog. </p><p> Dr. Bruce Fogle provides his time-tested 20 Essential Tips for a Well-Behaved Dog and offers guidance on the 30 most popular breeds (including purebreds, crossbreeds and problem breeds). Careful attention is given to various concerns, such as allergies and urban, suburban and apartment living. </p><p> <b>New Dog</b> is packed with accurate, up-to-date information and wise counsel on a range of such topics as:</p><ul> <li>Where to find the right dog</li> <li>Known inherited conditions</li> <li>Temperament testing and good canine citizenship</li> <li>Common problems: inappropriate chewing, aggression, boredom</li> <li>Effective communication</li> <li>Routine health care and choosing a vet</li> <li>Expert training sequences to follow and practice</li> <li>Traveling with dogs and choosing a kennel and a doggy daycare.</li> </ul><p> More than 300 commissioned color photographs, dozens of useful tips, and recent breakthroughs in veterinary science all make this the ideal guidebook for new dog owners. </p> 3032147 15 2 2008 New Dog: Choosing Wisely and Ensuring a Happily Ever After total:8|5:4|4:1|3:3| 8 33 9 4 5 0 false false Sun Feb 01 00:00:00 -0800 2009 Mon Mar 23 08:25:50 -0700 2009 Mon Mar 23 08:25:50 -0700 2009 5 0 false false Wed Jul 16 08:35:37 -0700 2008 Wed Jul 16 08:38:40 -0700 2008 more...]]> 3 0 false false Tue Aug 26 00:00:00 -0700 2008 Mon Aug 25 23:40:58 -0700 2008 Mon Aug 25 23:42:51 -0700 2008
Simple english, clean graphics a good resource for those about to adopt a new member of the family.]]> 5 0 false false Thu Sep 04 16:44:04 -0700 2008 Thu Sep 04 16:45:24 -0700 2008 0 0 false false Mon Oct 26 23:43:28 -0700 2009 Mon Oct 26 23:43:28 -0700 2009 5 0 true false Sat Jul 25 00:00:00 -0700 2009 Mon Jul 06 01:34:48 -0700 2009 Thu Jul 30 13:12:33 -0700 2009 4 0 false false Mon Mar 30 19:34:54 -0700 2009 Wed Mar 18 05:57:28 -0700 2009 Mon Mar 30 19:34:54 -0700 2009 3 0 false false Tue Jan 20 20:22:57 -0800 2009 Fri Jan 09 05:46:50 -0800 2009 Tue Jan 20 20:22:57 -0800 2009 3 0 false false Thu Apr 24 13:08:10 -0700 2008 Thu Apr 24 13:08:10 -0700 2008 http://www.goodreads.com/book_link/follow/8?book_id=3001653